tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30038032427662826622019-02-22T02:13:39.181-08:00ThisfunktionalThis is the place to be for entertainment news, movies reviews and news, celebrity interviews TV info and recaps, music, sports and Thisfunktional Magazine.
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Don't forget to subscribe through email.Jesus Figueroanoreply@blogger.comBlogger7614125ThisfunktionalBloghttps://feedburner.google.comSubscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with FeedlySubscribe with SubToMeSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with Bitty BrowserSubscribe with Daily Rotationtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-58779322249326599882019-02-20T17:47:00.000-08:002019-02-20T17:47:01.568-08:00Punk rockers The Scabby Ghouls release new single KNIFE FIGHT<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tP1m5hKTo40" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br />Horror punks The Scabby Ghouls have just released their new single "Knife Fight."<div><br /></div><div>The song is taken from their upcoming self-titled album which will be released on March 15.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">The band said, "The second single off our debut is all fun, catchy lyrics, punchy chord progressions, and blistering guitar solos."</blockquote><b><u>The Scabby Ghouls are:</u></b><br /> Denise Hazard - Vocals, Rhythm Guitar<br />Louie Hazard - Lead Guitar, Backup Vocals<br />Alex Steffens - Bass Guitar<br />Nathan Christensen - Drums<br /><br />Pre-order here: <a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=a44fe83417&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thescabbyghouls.bandcamp.com/album/the-scabby-ghouls</a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fQjcpa0hgdc/XG4C-dbMoxI/AAAAAAAAhfw/ujkzepaXHD8psFkDvbES2cA8ZpJngtu6wCLcBGAs/s1600/fefddba1-24c1-4168-b582-e0f455530e64.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="451" data-original-width="450" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fQjcpa0hgdc/XG4C-dbMoxI/AAAAAAAAhfw/ujkzepaXHD8psFkDvbES2cA8ZpJngtu6wCLcBGAs/s400/fefddba1-24c1-4168-b582-e0f455530e64.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/Y4QKyF3jxXw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/punk-rockers-scabby-ghouls-release-new.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-87046140560541168902019-02-20T17:35:00.000-08:002019-02-20T17:35:01.992-08:00Aziz Ansari collaborates with Matt McCormick + Easy Otabor of Infinite Archives<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SNZFbCAAswM/XG3_p-tvZnI/AAAAAAAAhfo/wxbyEEOxKXMbzT_oLhWWQSvnJA1qLiDegCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_1417.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="794" height="237" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SNZFbCAAswM/XG3_p-tvZnI/AAAAAAAAhfo/wxbyEEOxKXMbzT_oLhWWQSvnJA1qLiDegCLcBGAs/s400/IMG_1417.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CuXn8PQVdsQcWSCG2Oe7WsXQHitTHeIMXkvYZyDk-ABe_SQ6UXkAgVlHoBzSDkxkUgU6e8xxOW0tivFvfsQUuiRF-c2JBqLKLtBhjrQsXL11EBRFrJV0-F5PfEZ_Kosd1kslAGSkvKpmuiTX-0xxgjmgAPbHiTtgLrtWIuBe-Wem1tFpHy5pEL9lwcQBsMKMt17caYvUc5U=&amp;c=vuNreCOFPWtkRIfpThBaPHi4L8-8PPaYmubGg1uDc8OO85R-M4hI_g==&amp;ch=nvCQ4CsTKUkDlHs-7rnGcIgXZQQ9lWyP29VibTXeHqasD5-7sFNY0A==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aziz Ansari</a> debuts exclusive t-shirt at sold out 5 night LA residency in collaboration with artist Matt McCormick + Easy Otabor of Infinite Archives.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>This is the first collaborative drop of the tour with more planned for upcoming shows.</div><div><br /></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u>Matt McCormick:</u></b></div></b><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CuXn8PQVdsQcWSCG2Oe7WsXQHitTHeIMXkvYZyDk-ABe_SQ6UXkAgVlHoBzSDkxkHaAI-IKhI-eTTTl4SuU7gOML7PfsjlKgmwF7fjBHumvItji3lAiCodAD17AkhjUXH6nJqCwlkqNEMe2Bm_1N0cgUBeR2Q9412lqvepkdrfjKNUf9NUSCV9eC-S4D0jAQjONoIU7S7VB0p6z-fFPZUw==&amp;c=vuNreCOFPWtkRIfpThBaPHi4L8-8PPaYmubGg1uDc8OO85R-M4hI_g==&amp;ch=nvCQ4CsTKUkDlHs-7rnGcIgXZQQ9lWyP29VibTXeHqasD5-7sFNY0A==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">instagram.com/mattrmccormick/?hl=en</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u>Easy Otabor:</u></b></div></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CuXn8PQVdsQcWSCG2Oe7WsXQHitTHeIMXkvYZyDk-ABe_SQ6UXkAgVlHoBzSDkxkFmR7LWkz9Y9MWFP1nJOYbOTE8fGLv0t45A2rMRI-emLDP0jLtuFHUcTIBXxLy3re4ewdPUspqEvb68x5D4FlmPOgMMKG_9hAx_my1OY1B7CxGYpZZRgpN2vZ8P1pFyei&amp;c=vuNreCOFPWtkRIfpThBaPHi4L8-8PPaYmubGg1uDc8OO85R-M4hI_g==&amp;ch=nvCQ4CsTKUkDlHs-7rnGcIgXZQQ9lWyP29VibTXeHqasD5-7sFNY0A==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">instagram.com/easyotabor/</span></a> </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/zYzBXQi-Zxo" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/aziz-ansari-collaborates-with-matt.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-23046193431900516492019-02-20T17:15:00.004-08:002019-02-20T17:15:46.550-08:00BUCHANAN'S blended scotch whisky releases limited edition design by global Latin artist J Balvin<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mJ25b8uI3_w/XG36mpsB3DI/AAAAAAAAhfg/-b03JkiWS6UHfEio2j4FB8jF-8F-aKaZwCLcBGAs/s1600/1-2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mJ25b8uI3_w/XG36mpsB3DI/AAAAAAAAhfg/-b03JkiWS6UHfEio2j4FB8jF-8F-aKaZwCLcBGAs/s400/1-2.jpeg" width="263" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Brand ambassador J Balvin brings his 'Vibras' aesthetic to BUCHANAN'S DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky pack, marking brand's first-ever product collaboration</span></b></div><br />BUCHANAN'S Blended Scotch Whisky is proud to announce the release of BUCHANAN'S DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky x J Balvin Limited Edition Design.<br /><br />The custom design of the award-winning 12-year-old blend was created by global Latin music artist J Balvin, who has partnered with the brand for its Es Nuestro Momento campaign since 2016.<br /><br />The exclusive release marks the brand's first-ever product collaboration and represents its commitment to celebrating the greatness of the Latin community.<br /><br />Much like the brand's founder James Buchanan, a Scotch Whisky pioneer and one of the most celebrated businessmen of his era, J Balvin has pursued his dreams and pushed boundaries in music, making significant contributions to mass culture while staying true to his roots.<br /><br />Through the J Balvin limited edition design, the brand toasts the impact of Latin culture on art, music, fashion and beyond, and all those leaving their mark on the world.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">"When we began our partnership with J Balvin in 2016 to launch our Es Nuestro Momento campaign, we aimed to empower a new generation of Latinos with the belief that their cultural pride is key to unlocking true greatness, " Tara King, BUCHANAN'S Blended Scotch Whisky Senior Brand Manager at Diageo North America, said. "We hope the BUCHANAN'S DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky x J Balvin Limited Edition Design is a source of pride and inspiration to this unstoppable community doing incredible things."</blockquote>During the multi-year partnership, the brand and J Balvin have worked to bring the Es Nuestro Momento spirit to life.<br /><br />Together, they have celebrated rising music talent, giving producers and creators a chance to feature J Balvin on a track.<br /><br />BUCHANAN's Blended Scotch Whisky has also sponsored Balvin's last two U.S. tours, encouraging fans of legal drinking age to "leave their mark" at the brand's Casa Buchanan's tour experience. Most recently, they have spotlighted artistic talent with a national pack design contest.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">"I am so proud to have had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a special pack design with BUCHANAN'S Blended Scotch Whisky – a brand that has supported my career and the Latin community for years, and an iconic whisky enjoyed by so many," J Balvin said. "I drew inspiration from the colors and vibrancy of Latin culture for the design, and I hope it makes people proud of everything we continue to accomplish and contribute."</blockquote>BUCHANAN'S DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky can be enjoyed responsibly in J Balvin's signature 'La Familia' cocktail, with guava juice, lemon juice, simple syrup and topped off with soda.<br /><br />The BUCHANAN'S DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky x J Balvin Limited Edition Design will be available until supplies last in California, Texas, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Illinois, Arizona and Colorado wherever fine spirits are sold with a suggested retail price of $31 (750 ml/bottle, 40% ABV). <br /><br />For additional information on BUCHANAN'S Blended Scotch Whisky, please visit <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2380788-1&amp;h=647563503&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.buchananswhisky.com%2F&amp;a=www.BuchanansWhisky.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BuchanansWhisky.com</a>.<br /><br />Stay up to date with the brand by following <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2380788-1&amp;h=125074816&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FBuchanansUS&amp;a=%40BuchanansUS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@BuchanansUS</a> on Facebook, <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2380788-1&amp;h=564073600&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2FBuchanansWhisky&amp;a=%40BuchanansWhisky" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@BuchanansWhisky</a> on Instagram and <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2380788-1&amp;h=2990625089&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2FBuchanansUSA&amp;a=%40BuchanansUSA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@BuchanansUSA</a> on Twitter.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/zgGfcME1unc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/buchanans-blended-scotch-whisky.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-32090648828817598742019-02-20T16:47:00.002-08:002019-02-20T16:47:54.608-08:00Watch clip Gordon Shows How To Make The New Dishes from GORDON RAMSAY's 24 HOURS TO HELL AND BACK<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JJZyjdVUftw" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">GORDON RAMSAY REVAMPS LOS TOROS IN LOS ANGELES&nbsp;</span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;">ON AN ALL-NEW “GORDON RAMSAY’S 24 HOURS TO HELL AND BACK”&nbsp;</span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;">ON FEBRUARY 20, ON FOX</span></b></div><br />Gordon Ramsay’s “Hell On Wheels” travels to Los Toros, a decades-old Mexican restaurant located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles, California.<br /><br />After intense investigation and surveillance, Chef Ramsay and his team discover an over-worked owner, buried in astronomical debt, who’s struggling to keep up.<br /><br />Ramsay will try to bring this failing restaurant back from the brink of disaster – all in just 24 hours.<br /><br />As the clock ticks down, Ramsay and his team transform this restaurant with a spectacular renovation, a fresh new menu and hope for the future in the all-new “Los Toros” episode of "GORDON RAMSAY’S 24 HOURS TO HELL AND BACK" airing Feb. 20 on FOX. (HRS-208).<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/--_-Zj9VTsEs/XG3ziZuGqcI/AAAAAAAAhfY/dtmwacFpduUGfSXPh-lV77sPWcaEOh3ogCLcBGAs/s1600/Gordon_Ramsay_s_24_Hours_To_Hell_Back_-_Color_Logo_original.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="882" data-original-width="1600" height="220" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/--_-Zj9VTsEs/XG3ziZuGqcI/AAAAAAAAhfY/dtmwacFpduUGfSXPh-lV77sPWcaEOh3ogCLcBGAs/s400/Gordon_Ramsay_s_24_Hours_To_Hell_Back_-_Color_Logo_original.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">GORDON RAMSAY’S 24 HOURS TO HELL AND BACK&nbsp;</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Airing Wednesdays 8:00-9:00 P.M. ET/PT On FOX</span></b></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/5P-71lhx-tc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/watch-clip-gordon-shows-how-to-make-new.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-71426595544610981532019-02-20T00:45:00.004-08:002019-02-20T00:45:31.366-08:00Five Finger Death Punch announces select July U.S. headlining shows, WHEN THE SEASONS CHANGE climbs to #3 this week<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HkM9NFfRG_o/XG0Sf4UF1II/AAAAAAAAhfE/ntzqP-tgKAATnn46qH8AhcbJ75YALRbSQCLcBGAs/s1600/FFDPALLDATES_UPDATE%2B_1_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1038" data-original-width="800" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HkM9NFfRG_o/XG0Sf4UF1II/AAAAAAAAhfE/ntzqP-tgKAATnn46qH8AhcbJ75YALRbSQCLcBGAs/s400/FFDPALLDATES_UPDATE%2B_1_.jpg" width="305" /></a></div><br />FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH have announced a series of new headlining U.S. shows and festival dates for July 2019.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Special guests including In This Moment will support on select show dates. FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH will also perform on a handful of major festival shows throughout the summer - see announced dates below.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Tickets will go on sale February 22 at 10 a.m. local time.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>For tickets, VIP offerings and more visit: <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB83W9YYQPh6mNQzEyQ3R5fX2FqdVBVYTxNgdXKWMVg3grUpLjfvB5CBeD24HsXRo1MzCD1UMHdaIBQ_5dJqpdGjmfYFULmrf3B-hG74MrbKNL&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.fivefingerdeathpunch.com</a>.<br /> <br />The quintet’s current single “<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB86hPL_heZHFKKi-Z8sdV48E0jzLxfJy8hEONHIw4xpccREYrBgofZ2yaEWeVARYKrAE98TiKBHAd-Fhh-RdyGZgC-1HfAHSto2e90ykbMHZrTpZiiBMXzNORZlooICAc8A==&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">When the Seasons Change</a>” climbed to #3 at Rock radio this week.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>"When The Seasons Change” follows the success of the #1 hit single"Sham Pain" off their latest album "AND JUSTICE FOR NONE."&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>The group also recently released a new video--now the #1 Metal video on Apple-U.S.--for the album version of “Blue On Black” which you can watch <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB82GW91a3lEg92KdzeAGPeZXQ6QhmIBRXuCzirkSTXVPZ2VrBbQlQClUM4IT9y-_Z2gt4QvNoWN7SbsZdQlzwzEPY3FwaH21XB2RWxG2XoFqd4NQ3uawmSK8yU6JH7032v1GoH_cQMBENw3QcC4TIiY0=&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br /> <br />2018 was a massive year for FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH whose seventh album, AND JUSTICE FOR NONE became the #1 streaming Hard Rock/Heavy Metal album of 2018 with fans listening for a total of 5 trillion hours worldwide.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>The groupwhich Billboard described as “a revitalized band with a renewed focus,” also became the #1 most-played artist on U.S. Rock Radio in year-end radio reports.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>"AND JUSTICE FOR NONE" debuted at #4 overall on the Top 200 Chart and Billboard hailed the group delivers “…metal that has pushed the band to debut five albums at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hard Rock Albums chart, as well as land five albums in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200.”&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Elsewhere, KERRANG! added, "’And Justice For None’ is an album that delivers, ticking the boxes of what a modern metal album should be."<br /> <br />FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH wrapped the biggest North American co-headlining rock tour of 2018 with Breaking Benjamin at the end of last year.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>With their Summer and Fall tours combined, the bands donated over $250,000 from ticket sales to charities in 2018.<br /><br />FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH is currently in the studio working on the follow-up album to "AND JUSTICE FOR NONE."</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z99jTytAtBs/XG0TO_K2LnI/AAAAAAAAhfM/FQEm6_h3kgU5x9TEQSRrk6yGPinOjyAngCLcBGAs/s1600/Dates%2B2.19.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="298" data-original-width="655" height="178" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z99jTytAtBs/XG0TO_K2LnI/AAAAAAAAhfM/FQEm6_h3kgU5x9TEQSRrk6yGPinOjyAngCLcBGAs/s400/Dates%2B2.19.PNG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u>For more information on FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, visit:</u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB8yyL1HKwQglklXyrla-3mXkQnAHmQJXnYKwi_5eLR2PI-04CuM__ZK2wHyNavDHvpOlq4cy76nAFvX_MzgR4Mwe6QOMQb9cTCJndYPLpjQ_E&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a> | <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB83W9YYQPh6mNLdidcZvtfWllSkQkIRbQacMIC2t3q4ZBueVOwIMkxr5dhy-cl3yEa4fwm6cZGAVbYEEGogBYGXqXgmGcSKohvg==&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TWITTER</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB814N_h-fv_CZNcbT3R3k56Olpl8m_za0QLttqgAmdZQ_uIG5M1u61unKPSsrnbxg_lqWDtFfo5wcOXCJKIYcUP7QB54vE6JsWeFVSG7xkPdy14LC4cJEVRw=&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">INSTAGRAM</a> | <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB83W9YYQPh6mNL7IE3B5T2ZVVD5Yc0-hghGGgslyDqknbgOYqYoPsP-K-8son-423sEG-aNSVU803JpHyWpGg1FIjQgKZuc6mQVJWnC2xNvhrK8tpnW6MGQk=&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a> | <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001t_OoB-qhlyJ6N2ezB_jmLl9nYrd33easrtOa8Bw2J8N6kEocMkwB814N_h-fv_CZbMDyrTkL9xic7BiEFMMEZ-Ov5Iv_dnuNyFpAQElpQk8JBha_XfWtMK84enpCmKSfx0S3uY3rhuEvZkuEM8-0YSOcfL_vv-tU&amp;c=zPhsoCKaMDQBXW_IwUQzQqN7mECxBCD_MttX6KsinP7ThN8kBDpYGQ==&amp;ch=lXHr28-_c_GgUsFw484zQ9UTMBaFAw7ItmYsVJ9grUBQQE8nccb6nw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YOUTUBE</a></span></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/xvXcn12IjSQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/five-finger-death-punch-announces.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-22225847920784027662019-02-20T00:35:00.001-08:002019-02-20T00:35:38.794-08:00Death metal band BASILYSK stream new single SAD STATE OF THE ART at KERRANG<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1yoeiRKE0z8/XG0QZmQ3DOI/AAAAAAAAhe8/Q1AbTZqn_FYxHQHBQ8IwDrxxA1H1kQ5lgCLcBGAs/s1600/6b99b06b-e0ac-4f4f-aa4e-0923e43e24a4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1yoeiRKE0z8/XG0QZmQ3DOI/AAAAAAAAhe8/Q1AbTZqn_FYxHQHBQ8IwDrxxA1H1kQ5lgCLcBGAs/s400/6b99b06b-e0ac-4f4f-aa4e-0923e43e24a4.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Death metal band BASILYSK have released their new song "Sad State of the Art" via KERRANG.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>The track is taken from their new album "Emergence" which will be released February 22.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">The band said, "Sad State Of The Art is our bite at the music business from our perspective as hungry outsiders. Basilysk is here. Our teeth are sharp. We’ve only just begun to carve our name into the flesh of posers and wimps, with the release of this album"</blockquote><b><u>Listen to the song here:</u></b></div><div><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=f7e0ce3a33&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kerrang.com/the-news/exclusive-basilysks-new-track-is-a-blackened-thrash-war-cry/</a><br /><br /><b><u>Pre-order the album here:</u></b></div><div><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=4ea4ee527a&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">basilysk.bandcamp.com/</a><br /><br /><b><u>BASILYSK is:</u></b><br />Josh Perrin - vocals, lead guitar, album cover<br />Luke Gary - guitar and backing vocals<br />Michael Lee Churry - drums<br />Jimmy Viola - bass</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/lNyrnA0Vg08" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/death-metal-band-basilysk-stream-new.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-25764165425683217332019-02-20T00:27:00.000-08:002019-02-20T00:27:02.533-08:00Watch the trailer for GLORIA BELL, opening limited March 8, expansion to follow<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YCwCdQK2Qss" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br />Gloria (Julianne Moore) is a free-spirited, middle-aged divorcee who spends her days at a straight-laced office job and her nights on the dance floor, joyfully letting loose at high-end dance clubs around Los Angeles.<br /><br />After meeting Arnold (John Turturro) on a night out, she suddenly finds herself thrust into an unexpected new romance, filled with both the joys of budding love and the complications of mature dating.<br /><br />From Academy Award-winning director Sebastián Lelio (A Fantastic Woman, Disobedience) comes a sophisticated romantic comedy that shows love can strike at any time, relationships are never simple, and nothing can get you down as long as you keep dancing.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8cpP6oayrAg/XG0O-iGdJvI/AAAAAAAAhe0/TeeM6lrFfVI8JXu7DiHYNMZuxB5NpSwwgCLcBGAs/s1600/image002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="349" data-original-width="225" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8cpP6oayrAg/XG0O-iGdJvI/AAAAAAAAhe0/TeeM6lrFfVI8JXu7DiHYNMZuxB5NpSwwgCLcBGAs/s400/image002.jpg" width="253" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">GLORIA BELL</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Opening Limited March 8, Expansion to Follow</span></b></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/vdhKWR_mKc4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/watch-trailer-for-gloria-bell-opening.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-2053822090450434412019-02-20T00:18:00.001-08:002019-02-20T00:18:49.000-08:00WE DIE YOUNG in select theaters, on demand this March 1<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/M-sBpNAX35A" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><b><span style="font-size: large;">JEAN-CLAUDE VAN DAMME STARS AS A WAR VETERAN DETERMINED TO SAVE TWO BOYS FROM GANG LIFE</span></b></b></div><br /><br />Action legend Jean-Claude Van Damme (Double Impact, Bloodsport) takes a powerful dramatic turn as a war veteran with PTSD helping two boys get revenge on a violent drug lord in the gritty crime thriller.<br /><div><br /></div><div>"We Die Young," arriving in select theaters and everywhere On Demand on March 1, 2019 from Lionsgate.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Based on the award-winning short film "Roads" (2008 Student Academy Award for Honorary Foreign Film Award - Foreign Short; 2008 London Film Festival – Short Film), which screened at over 70 international film festivals and held the Guinness World Record for Most Awards Won by a Student Film, "We Die Young" focuses on the struggles of gang life in Washington, D.C.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>It was written and directed by Lior Gellar, who was inspired to expand the story to a feature-length film after “a chance ride-along with a Washington, D.C. gang detective through the neighborhoods just outside of Capitol Hill.”&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>This experience solidified for Gellar the idea that “now more than ever is the time to tell a story of undocumented teenagers who dream of one day waking up outside the nightmarish reality of their violent upbringing, and of a man who will do anything to escape his own inner demons.”&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>"We Die Young" also stars Elijah Rodriguez (The Book of Life, Sicario: Day of the Soldado), Joana Metrass (TV’s “Once Upon a Time”) and David Castañeda (Sicario: Day of the Soldado, End of Watch).&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>It was written and directed by Lior Gellar (Roads) and was produced by Sagiv Diamant (God the Father) and Gabriel Georgiev (The Hurricane Heist).</div><div><br />Jean-Claude Van Damme shines in this gritty action thriller set in a crime-ridden barrio of Washington,&nbsp;D.C. When ruthless drug lord Rincon and his MS-13 gang recruit 10-year-old Miguel to work as a runner,&nbsp;big brother Lucas is desperate to keep Miguel safe. Fleeing for their lives, the boys are rescued by a&nbsp;veteran with PTSD named Daniel (Van Damme), who helps them find their revenge.<br /><br />Fans will see Jean-Claude Van Damme in a whole new light as he takes on a career-redefining dramatic&nbsp;role in "We Die Young."&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Gellar explains that Van Damme’s character “is based on guys [he] served&nbsp;with…specifically one vet who completely lost his ability to speak due to complications from a battlefield injury.”&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Van Damme’s incredible talent reveals itself in his ability to “convey volumes of emotion” without saying a word.</div><div><br />"We Die Young" opens March 1, 2019 in select theaters in New York, Los Angeles and other major markets, as&nbsp;well as On Demand on major digital platforms including iTunes, Amazon Prime, Vudu, and others.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EQfJYb1qBVM/XE120vfqKjI/AAAAAAAAhGs/cIf7lXkwk9geiLMr2S6yPS1dl65EnMm0gCLcBGAs/s1600/image001%2B37.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1106" data-original-width="746" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EQfJYb1qBVM/XE120vfqKjI/AAAAAAAAhGs/cIf7lXkwk9geiLMr2S6yPS1dl65EnMm0gCLcBGAs/s400/image001%2B37.jpg" width="268" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">WE DIE YOUNG</span></b></div><b></b><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">In Sselect Theaters And On Demand On March 1, 2019</span></b></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/AOv2ZHGsdeI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/we-die-young-in-select-theaters-on.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-31982388028303000442019-02-20T00:09:00.000-08:002019-02-20T00:09:24.098-08:00More than 1M watched Janelle Monáe perform at AT&T Pregame Concert on February 17<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LV-qKGVjAd4" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br />This weekend marked NBA All-Star which lent itself to a handful of exciting announcements and performances, specifically as it relates to AT&amp;T.<br /><br />Most prominently, Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, performer, producer, activist and actress Janelle Monáe headlined the debut AT&amp;T Pregame Concert streamed live on February 17 on AT&amp;T and NBA social media channels with more than 1,000,000 live viewers.<br /><br />The rising star was most recently featured in the Robert Zemeckis film "Welcome to Marwen" in winter 2018, and pulled off an incredible musical performance at last week’s Grammy Awards in support of her critically-acclaimed third solo album "DIRTY COMPUTER."<br /><br />Sunday’s live-streamed concert marked a few firsts for AT&amp;T: With more than 1,000,000 total live viewers, it was the first live-streamed AT&amp;T concert on YouTube since AT&amp;T <a href="https://about.att.com/newsroom/2019/att_and_youtube.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">announced its content would return to the platform</a>, the first time AT&amp;T has streamed a live concert across its Twitter, YouTube and Instagram channels, and the first time AT&amp;T has fully produced a live stream concert on Instagram.<br /><div><br /></div><div>In 2018, AT&amp;T brought premium live content experiences from our sponsorships like this weekend’s NBA All-Star to over 43 million social media viewers.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Monáe’s Sunday night performance will be available for replay on Twitter and YouTube for the next 30 days.<br /><br />As background information, <a href="https://about.att.com/story/2019/att_nba_fans.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AT&amp;T announced a multiyear marketing partnership with the NBA</a> last week with the goal of bringing young, diverse, tech-centric and socially engaged fans closer to NBA action.<br /><br />AT&amp;T presented the above the rim camera used by TNT on their broadcasts to give viewers a bird’s-eye view of action on the court.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Just one of the ways AT&amp;T is enhancing the fan experience at home and for those watching on the go.</div><div>The #ATTSlamDunk was once again a fan favorite with Hamidou Diallo winning the night <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_NBA_status_1097023470704173056&amp;d=DwMGaQ&amp;c=LFYZ-o9_HUMeMTSQicvjIg&amp;r=sLWDsT3PPTTyS8xVK5cEuw&amp;m=0Ea0OeCxkjbuubuB9_IIhmBBthg8X02AuM0VsPJjhZ0&amp;s=cHA-Qpgn_wpXEqH5gpHpEKuDjtJPsnqHoltCmVR922w&amp;e=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitter.com/NBA/status/1097023470704173056</a></div><div><br /></div><div>AT&amp;T will soon donate the custom-designed mural by local Charlotte artist Matt Stevens that was part of AT&amp;T’s space at NBA Crossover at the Epicentre in Charlotte – a festival of music, art, fashion and innovation.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>AT&amp;T commissioned Matt to create the mural used in the backdrop of the AT&amp;T space, giving him a chance to showcase his talent and the city of Charlotte. We’ll soon make that donation and can arrange to have you cover this.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><table align="center" border="1"><tbody><tr> <td><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CyspHhFDOAA/XG0J6FW0BhI/AAAAAAAAhds/xUbowIZUWFYgfUZ6tGgxGE3D-RmlrsoYgCLcBGAs/s1600/01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CyspHhFDOAA/XG0J6FW0BhI/AAAAAAAAhds/xUbowIZUWFYgfUZ6tGgxGE3D-RmlrsoYgCLcBGAs/s320/01.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></td><td><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZWKz12gDJ2M/XG0KEA58R0I/AAAAAAAAhdw/fqNfGsYuOGEv9-tzH6x1xu6dhCXwmyOvQCLcBGAs/s1600/02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZWKz12gDJ2M/XG0KEA58R0I/AAAAAAAAhdw/fqNfGsYuOGEv9-tzH6x1xu6dhCXwmyOvQCLcBGAs/s320/02.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></td><td><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JpOlocaAWT4/XGvAvohCb6I/AAAAAAAAhdk/Kvo7kskdSG0Dn7OwwcbPstW0H_fQCSOsACLcBGAs/s1600/1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JpOlocaAWT4/XGvAvohCb6I/AAAAAAAAhdk/Kvo7kskdSG0Dn7OwwcbPstW0H_fQCSOsACLcBGAs/s400/1.jpeg" width="263" /></a></div><br />The Rookie USA fashion show, presented by Haddad Brands and sponsored by Charlotte-based Belk, Inc., took the Queen City by storm during NBA All-Star Weekend; showcasing the world's most fashionable kids and clothing lines.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>The show showcased the latest looks from top international brands, Levi's®, Converse, Jordan, Hurley and Nike.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>The star-studded audience included celebrity attendees Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, Diddy's children, Adrienne Houghton, Dascha Polanco, Kurt Coleman, Fabolous, Brian Quick, Carlos Beltran, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Desmond Howard, Emmanuel Sanders, Carl Banks Don C. and more.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Social media influencers including Dear Giana, The McClure Twins, Anais and Mirabelle Lee, Hails World and child actors Darby Camp, Jakari Fraser and Trinitee Stokes also rocked the runway this season.<br /><br />Charlotte's very own Mayor Vi Lyles, R&amp;B sensation, Anthony Hamilton and Carolina Panthers Greg Olsen, Kyle Love, Captain Munnerlyn and former teammates Steve Smith, Charles Johnson and Thomas Davis also had their families in the show.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>The Charlotte Hornets' Little Stingers and kid DJ Chase Dawson performed.<br /><br />Belk's sponsorship made it possible for 20 Charlotte Boys &amp; Girls Club students to attend the show while two lucky kids, Tyler Dean and Jordyn Stevenson, walked the runway. <br /><br />Hosted by Charlotte Hornets' President Fred Whitfield and former NBA player Dominique Wilkins at Founders Hall in Charlotte, the private fashion show benefitted Khaled's WE THE BEST Foundation and Tiki Barber and Dominique Wilkin's Kulture City. <br /><br /><b><u>CELEBRITY KIDS ON THE RUNWAY:</u></b><br />Aaron, Nolan, Princeton, sons of Anthony Hamilton<br />Aloni and Hamiley, children of former NBA Player Gilbert Arenas and TV Personality Laura Govan <br />Aryam, son of "Orange is the New Black" actress Dascha Polanco<br />Ashad, son of DJ Khaled <br />Atticus, Harper, Saint, children of former NFL player Travares Tillman<br />Boston, son of retired Baltimore Ravens and former Carolina Panther Steve Smith<br />Champ and Eden, children of Captain Munnerlyn <br />Chance, D'Lila, Jessie, daughters of Diddy Combs<br />Chris and Camryn, children of Houston Rockets' Chris Paul<br />Darby Camp, child actress from "Christmas Chronicles" and "Big Little Lies" <br />Deuce, son of Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum<br />Dhamir and Desmond Howard, sons of former NFL player Desmond Howard<br />Digital Influencer, Hails from Hails World Instagram <br />Don Jr. and Luke, sons of designer and influencer Don C. <br />Giana, 9 year-old Artist, designer, and influencer from Dear Giana <br />Hayden Raye Stewart, daughter of Denver Broncos' Darian Stewart<br />Ivana, Kiara, and Evan Carlos, children of former MLB player Carlos Beltran<br />Jakari Fraser, child actor from Ben is Back <br />Kennedy, daughter of retired NFL player Victor Cruz<br />Kyla and Karrah, daughters of New Orleans Saint Kurt Coleman <br />Jet and Beau, nieces of singer/talk show host Adrienne Houghton<br />Johan and Jonas, sons of rapper Fabolous <br />Jordynn, Jurzie &amp; Jagger Cromartie, children of former NFL player Antonio Cromartie<br />McClure Twins, social media influencers <br />Myles, son of Memphis Grizzlies' Mike Conley<br />Noah, son of Oklahoma City Thunder's Russell Westbrook<br />PJ Rose, son of NBA star Derrick Rose<br />Princeton Sanders, son of Denver Bronco Emmanuel Sanders<br />Skyy, Denim, Thomas Jr., Mattie, children of former Carolina Panther Thomas Davis<br />Tate, Talbot and T.J., children of Carolina Panther Greg Olsen<br />Trinitee Stokes, child actress from Disney's K.C. Undercover<br /><br /><b><u>ABOUT BELK:</u></b></div><div>Belk, Inc., a private department store company based in Charlotte, N.C., is where Southern customers shop for their Saturday night outfit, the perfect Sunday dress, and where family and community matter most. But Belk is more than shopping – it's where you find your own unique way to express who you are. It's where Southern style lives. Shop Belk in 16 Southern states and <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2378495-1&amp;h=22528345&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fna01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.belk.com%252F%26data%3D02%257C01%257Cnikita_sanders%2540belk.com%257Cf1239272c50240d5b6ca08d691d5abc9%257C36dd0b2fe29346df8f02f9961fe7c3cb%257C0%257C0%257C636856744282090616%26sdata%3D9ALAnBLj%252FO5ISycugSHve59M9M0zQrLpjkS2jXkmTmQ%253D%26reserved%3D0&amp;a=www.belk.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.belk.com</a> to find an assortment of national brands and private-label fashion, shoes and accessories.</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/zANdd5OfLqc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/little-stars-leave-big-impression-on.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-65019243291885820682019-02-19T00:29:00.000-08:002019-02-19T00:29:10.334-08:00The Academy celebrates Oscar Night® in New York, London<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CP9btHc3TkA/XGu97Y-AUGI/AAAAAAAAhdc/aWnCDrmoZWI0A_XoYealroX1n3SZk1llgCLcBGAs/s1600/email_header_87aa.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="120" data-original-width="625" height="76" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CP9btHc3TkA/XGu97Y-AUGI/AAAAAAAAhdc/aWnCDrmoZWI0A_XoYealroX1n3SZk1llgCLcBGAs/s400/email_header_87aa.gif" width="400" /></a></div><br />The Academy will once again host live Oscar® viewing parties in New York and London for its members and invited film industry guests on Oscar February 24.<br /><br />The Oscars® will be televised live by the ABC Television Network at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.<br /><br />Oscar Night London will return to a private two-tier screening venue in Soho to view the 91st Oscars.<br /><br />Guests will enjoy a midnight feast, complete with Piper-Heidsieck champagne and espresso martinis, and will watch the Oscars telecast streamed live on the big screen, from red carpet arrivals through the announcement of the Best Picture award.<br /><br />The iconic Jazz At Lincoln Center in New York will be the new location for the only East Coast event hosted by the Academy on Oscar Night.<br /><br />Notable for its welcoming ambiance and magnificent panoramic views overlooking Columbus Circle and Central Park, guests will be able to watch the live Oscars telecast while enjoying an inspired menu.<br /><br />The 91st Oscars® will be held on February 24, at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood &amp; Highland Center® in Hollywood, and will be televised live on the ABC Television Network at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.<br /><br />The Oscars also will be televised live in more than 225 countries and territories worldwide.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/8lP3FPEhX38" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/the-academy-celebrates-oscar-night-in.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-24707194357918773342019-02-19T00:23:00.003-08:002019-02-19T00:23:27.919-08:00Low Moments (Doom) release new song from forthcoming VOLUME DOOM<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-e5kBGAu4Ms0/XGu7aRPUXQI/AAAAAAAAhdU/72gIeEN2Ys8VHlEETodV-OzyNaVw9UKUgCLcBGAs/s1600/290ee4d0-3cd7-46e2-9626-b60aae18bb83.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="958" data-original-width="959" height="396" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-e5kBGAu4Ms0/XGu7aRPUXQI/AAAAAAAAhdU/72gIeEN2Ys8VHlEETodV-OzyNaVw9UKUgCLcBGAs/s400/290ee4d0-3cd7-46e2-9626-b60aae18bb83.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Alternative Control is proud to present "Plague, Take Me," the debut single by Connecticut doom rockers Low Moments.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>The previously unreleased track is featured on AltCtrl's Volume Doom compilation and is a teaser for two EPs that Low Moments will release in 2019.<br /><br /><b><u>Stream "Plague, Take Me" and pre-order Volume Doom here:</u></b> <a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=8dfa92fde2&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">alternativecontrolct.bandcamp.com/album/volume-doom</span></a><br /><br /><b><u>Connect with Low Moments:</u></b></div><div><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=07eb51882f&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">facebook.com/lowmomentsband/</span></a><br /><br /><b><u>About Volume Doom</u></b><br />Spotlighting artists that have been reviewed on the Connecticut-based music blog Alternative Control, Volume Doom features twelve songs representing an array of subgenres under the doom/stoner umbrella. Blog editor and Owl Maker bassist Jessie May says, "I'm excited to have Connecticut bands alongside those with national and international scopes, and I hope that all the bands on Volume Doom will gain new listeners from being part of this comp!"<br /><br /><b><u>Track Listing</u></b><br /><ol><li>Year of the Cobra (Seattle, WA) -- The Descent</li><li>Howling Giant (Nashville, TN) -- The Pioneer</li><li>Mourn the Light (Norwich, CT) -- Embrace the Darkness</li><li>Owl Maker (Milford, CT) -- Sky Road</li><li>Gorge (Tariffville, CT) -- The Great Dying</li><li>Witching (Philadelphia, PA) -- False Martyr</li><li>Pinto Graham (New Haven, CT) -- High Flyer</li><li>Eye of Nix (Seattle, WA) -- Lull</li><li>1476 (Salem, MA) -- Winter of Winds</li><li>Dust Prophet (Manchester, NH) -- Revolutionary Suicide</li><li>Low Moments (Norwich, CT) -- Plague, Take Me</li><li>Kurokuma (Sheffield, UK) -- Dope Rider Pt. 1</li></ol>"Lull" and "Winter of Winds" courtesy of Prophecy Productions. "The Descent" courtesy of Magnetic Eye Records.<br /><br />Volume Doom will be available for streaming and digital download through bandcamp.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>All proceeds will go towards Alternative Control's website maintenance costs.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=44d1fd39ad&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pre-order</a> for $1 or more, or "name your price" of $0 or more beginning February 22.</div><div><br />In addition, a limited number of CD copies will be distributed by the participating bands.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>A release party will be held on February 22 at Altone's Music Hall in Jewett City, CT -- Facebook event <a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=c214dff2a6&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.<br /></div><div>Original Artwork by Jim Clegg: <a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=528083d547&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/JimCleggart-294235084540444/</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u>Connect With Alternative Control</u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=6eda0019db&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Website</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=4c2638db51&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Facebook</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=c751fee3ed&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Twitter</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=11c8122cc5&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Instagram</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=6782cac1a0&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://wordpress.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f5c649f6c906110d7d2033295&amp;id=6782cac1a0&amp;e=d83b49294d" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">bandcamp</span></a></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/2xl87dM5Kgk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/low-moments-doom-release-new-song-from.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-80362264389218284272019-02-19T00:11:00.000-08:002019-02-19T00:11:18.828-08:00YOSHIKI makes guest appearance at Radio City Music Hall with Sarah Brightman<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mlURSNEiAFg" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br />YOSHIKI joined Sarah Brightman on February 6, at Radio City Music Hall for Brightman’s 2019 HYMN world tour.<br /><br />YOSHIKI and Brightman’s emotional delivery brought roaring applause and tears from the New York audience.<br /><br />Many fans traveled from as far as Europe and Asia to see the live performance of YOSHIKI’s composition “Miracle,” which Brightman has called “the No. 1 masterpiece on the album.”<br /><br />Released worldwide last November, “Miracle” (Sarah’s Version) – performed by Brightman with YOSHIKI on piano – reached the Top 10 on iTunes Classical Charts in 15 countries.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">Brightman said, “It was such a pleasure to have YOSHIKI join me at Radio City Music Hall to perform ‘Miracle’ after such a warm welcome at his show in Tokyo. I look forward to having him appear at the Los Angeles and San Francisco shows as well.”</blockquote><blockquote class="tr_bq">YOSHIKI said, “I’ve played Madison Square Garden with my band X JAPAN and I’ve performed concerts at Carnegie Hall as a solo classical artist. But playing my composition ‘Miracle’ here at Radio City Music Hall with Sarah Brightman is definitely one of my most exciting moments. I’m really thankful to Sarah, and I’m looking forward to doing more live performances with her.”</blockquote>YOSHIKI is a composer, classically-trained pianist, rock drummer, and the leader of the world-famous rock group X JAPAN, who has sold 30 million singles and albums combined. YOSHIKI’s film and television credits include composing music for Saw IV, Repo! The Genetic Opera, “The Golden Globe Awards” and the hit anime series “Attack on Titan.”&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>After receiving the Asian Icon Award from UK’s Classic Rock Magazine, YOSHIKI was chosen as the first Japanese man to appear on the cover of Vogue Japan.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>YOSHIKI is currently finalizing X JAPAN’s first new studio album in over 22 years.<br /><br />YOSHIKI will join Brightman again for special guest performances on her “HYMN Sarah Brightman In Concert” world tour in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Yokohama, Japan.<br /><br />3/9/2019 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic<br />3/10/2019 – Los Angeles, CA – Dolby Theatre<br />4/23/2019 – Yokohama, Japan – Yokohama Arena<br />4/24/2019 – Yokohama, Japan – Yokohama Arena</div><div><br /><b><u>Concert information:</u></b></div><div><a href="https://www.yoshiki.net/tour.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">yoshiki.net/tour.html</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">“Miracle” (Sarah’s Version)</div><div style="text-align: center;">Composed by YOSHIKI</div><div style="text-align: center;">Performed by Sarah Brightman and YOSHIKI with London Symphony Orchestra</div><div style="text-align: center;">Available on digital platforms worldwide: <a href="http://smarturl.it/urtfp1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">smarturl.it/urtfp1</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qL4egYIaGiQ/XGu5707X9FI/AAAAAAAAhdM/YYQ_bn1Eg7wy-zUL-b5UwSV4f7D6aGyHACLcBGAs/s1600/RMMS-Yoshiki-Sarah-Brightman-Radio-City-Music-Hall-2019-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1500" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qL4egYIaGiQ/XGu5707X9FI/AAAAAAAAhdM/YYQ_bn1Eg7wy-zUL-b5UwSV4f7D6aGyHACLcBGAs/s400/RMMS-Yoshiki-Sarah-Brightman-Radio-City-Music-Hall-2019-1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div><a href="http://www.yoshiki.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">yoshiki.net</span></a></div><div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yoshikiofficial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yoshikiofficial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">instagram.com/yoshikiofficial</span></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/Ri6RftlFs6c" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/yoshiki-makes-guest-appearance-at-radio.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-78992279689513713632019-02-18T23:59:00.001-08:002019-02-18T23:59:29.893-08:00First poster revealed for Western-horror SPIRIT RECKONING from TERROR TALES director Jimmy Lee Combs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MTB7gr8UuKI/XGpwWThp10I/AAAAAAAAhc4/UOtMzVeKmac4KYHifItfyT_2VznMhm9tgCEwYBhgL/s1600/image1%2B2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1036" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MTB7gr8UuKI/XGpwWThp10I/AAAAAAAAhc4/UOtMzVeKmac4KYHifItfyT_2VznMhm9tgCEwYBhgL/s400/image1%2B2.jpeg" width="258" /></a></div><br />Wild west horror “Spirit Reckoning,” by writer-director Jimmy Lee Combs and Heart and Fire Productions, has unveiled the first poster, teasing the tone of the upcoming film.<br /><br />“Spirit Reckoning”, which is due to lens later this year, takes place in circa 1875, and tells the story of Sam Conley, a farmer with a wicked gambling addiction trying to make ends meet for his family.<br /><br />Upon returning home, Sam is killed by some petty outlaws alongside his wife and child.<br /><br />To return the favor on a good deed Sam did for the Indian people, a Shaman brings Sam’s spirit back from the dead as an avenging skull cowboy.<br /><br />However, this comes with its set of side effects as Sam’s emotions intensify making him feel rage more extreme and sadness more deep than the normal person, which brings humility to Sam much like Frankenstein’s Monster.<br /><br />“Spirit Reckoning” is a wild ride, that combines the elements of horror with the setting of a Western, seeing the protagonist go on a high octane, bullet-trenched, blood-soaked revenge spree.<br /><br />Who will prevail?<br /><br />More details to be announced at a later stage.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/XPY0wnpg138" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/first-poster-revealed-for-western.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-42168093244646048892019-02-18T01:15:00.000-08:002019-02-18T01:15:06.740-08:00Actress Emily Deschanel shares her plant-based journey on new podcast<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CtLV1gvjEJc/XGp2PaBpvtI/AAAAAAAAhdE/GS99n1lwqIo1YTl8wT3ElEW0aMK-n0HywCLcBGAs/s1600/1-114.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1295" data-original-width="860" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CtLV1gvjEJc/XGp2PaBpvtI/AAAAAAAAhdE/GS99n1lwqIo1YTl8wT3ElEW0aMK-n0HywCLcBGAs/s400/1-114.jpeg" width="262" /></a></div><br /><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Fifth Episode of New Switch4Good Podcast Series Now Available</span></b></div></b><br />According to the National Institutes of Health, more than <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=2247619039&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fghr.nlm.nih.gov%2Fcondition%2Flactose-intolerance%23statisticshttps%3A%2F%2Fghr.nlm.nih.gov%2Fcondition%2Flactose-intolerance%2523statistics&amp;a=65+percent" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">65 percent</a> of all humans are cow's milk intolerant.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>This urgent public health crisis impacts an estimated 30-50 million Americans and has been linked to serious health hazards including cancer, diabetes, obesity, and other chronic diseases.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Additionally, the International Food Information Council Foundation reported more than half of Americans feel figuring out their income taxes is easier than knowing what they should and shouldn't eat to be healthier.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>A new podcast series launched on February 11 to examine the ties between dairy and unhealthy eating, and to empower its listeners to adopt healthy, plant-based lifestyles.<br /><br />The Switch4Good Podcast series is co-hosted by Dotsie Bausch, Olympic silver medalist, and Alexandra Paul, a model, activist, and actress on Baywatch for five years, who recently launched a new practice as a health coach.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Switch4Good, which Bausch formally launched in 2018, is a non-profit coalition of athletes, doctors, and coaches who advocate for the benefits of a dairy-free diet and share the often unreported science proving the health dangers of dairy products.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">"Going dairy free is a life-affirming choice. It is healthier for our body, mind and soul. It is kinder to animals, humans and the earth's limited resources," Dotsie Bausch said. "By sharing our personal stories and the advice of healthy eating experts, we will continue to show that dairy is NOT a health food and offer help to those struggling with eating disorders. This podcast series is just one more step in our efforts to squash the lies and marketing gimmicks perpetuated by the dairy industry."</blockquote>The podcast features Dotsie's personal revelations and life experiences as she conquered her own challenges with healthy eating to become a world-renowned, plant-based athlete.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Alexandra also shares her journey, from the demands of acting to her current role as a prominent health coach.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Joining them during the weekly series are various athletes, doctors, authors, plant-based chefs and health experts from around the country who provide insights on nutrition, athletic performance, and our relationship with food.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>As the co-hosts and guests examine the unhealthy, addictive and toxic relationship people create with their food, guidance is offered to the audience on physical, mental and emotional healing.<br /><br /><b><u>Emily Deschanel Featured in Switch4Good Podcast</u></b><br />You might know her as Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan on the smash television hit, "Bones," but Emily Deschanel is just playing her cool, laid back self as a mom, friend and vegan.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Learn what goes on behind the scenes of a film set as Alexandra and Emily discuss their experiences as vegan actresses and where they found red carpet-ready and vegan-friendly fashion.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Emily also talks at length about her experience raising two young vegan kids and living with a not-quite-vegan husband. <br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">"Being healthy, being kind to animals, and being kind to our environment that's, to me, the thing that motivates me the most," said Ms. Deschanel, who offer her personal story on the Switch4Good podcast titled Vegan Actress, Activist and Mom.</blockquote><b><u>This episode includes:</u></b><br /><ul><li>Her work with the <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=1858733286&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fadrienneshellyfoundation.org%2F&amp;a=Adrienne+Shelly+Foundation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adrienne Shelly Foundation</a>, a nonprofit supporting women filmmakers&nbsp;</li><li>Finding quality vegan fashion, including shoes, accessories, and formal wear&nbsp;</li><li>Navigating the acting world as a vegan and speaking up for yourself&nbsp;</li><li>Raising vegan kids and living with non-vegan significant others&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=894650754&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.howibecameanelephant.com%2F&amp;a=%22How+I+Became+an+Elephant%22" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"How I Became an Elephant"</a> Documentary</li></ul>This and future episodes are available for download at <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=1247534046&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.switch4good.org%2F&amp;a=www.Switch4Good.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Switch4Good.org</a>, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher and all major podcast platforms.<br /><br /><b><u>About Switch4Good</u></b> <br />Switch4Good is a non-profit advocacy coalition dedicated to telling the truth about the dangers of dairy. It first launched with a surprise television commercial, aired during the closing ceremonies of the 2018 Winter Olympic Games, that was a direct response to the dairy industry's sponsorship of the United States Olympic Team. Since then, more than one hundred athletes, doctors, allergists, nutritionists and trainers, have joined the Switch4Good coalition to further empower people to take control of their health and performance. The coalition shares personal stories, science-backed health advice and dairy-free recipes to a growing community of fans and followers. For more information, please visit <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=2501479714&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.switch4good.org%2F&amp;a=switch4good.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">switch4good.org</a>.<br /><br /><b><u>About Dotsie Bausch</u></b> <br />After conquering habits and addictions that nearly took her life, Dotsie Bausch rode onto the 2012 Olympic podium as the oldest athlete in history in her cycling discipline, a remarkable feat powered by her plant-based diet. Now retired from competition, she pours her passion into compassionate missions to change and save lives. For more information, please visit <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=2501479714&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.switch4good.org%2F&amp;a=switch4good.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">switch4good.org</a>.<br /><br /><b><u>About Alexandra Paul</u></b> <br />Alexandra Paul is a licensed health and wellness coach, certified by Wellcoaches Corporation and accredited by the American College of Sports Medicine. She is a graduate of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, with a certificate from Cornell University's plant-based nutrition program. Ms. Paul has appeared in 100 feature films and television programs, usually as the first or second female lead. She is internationally recognized for her 5-year starring role as Lt. Stephanie Holden in the TV series <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=1836422406&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Falexandrapaul.com%2Falexandras-corner%2Fbaywatch-diary%2F&amp;a=Baywatch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baywatch</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2377883-1&amp;h=3696888096&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Falexandracoaching.com%2F&amp;a=alexandracoaching.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">alexandracoaching.com</a><br /><br /><b><u>About Emily Deschanel</u></b> <br />Emily Deschanel is an American actress, director, and producer. She is best known for starring in the Fox crime procedural comedy-drama series Bones as Dr. Temperance Brennan since 2005.</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/_g8qZZ0jIqU" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/actress-emily-deschanel-shares-her.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-75491509514877654472019-02-18T01:02:00.005-08:002019-02-18T01:02:51.686-08:00Power metallers Lords of the Trident premiere cover video of synthwave duo The Midnight's LOS ANGELES via MetalSucks<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GhS-NEvzY4U/XGpzPrt9SjI/AAAAAAAAhc8/SAAK8Ge72E0daTeO83U6IeTM2PkIcnQpwCLcBGAs/s1600/lordsgroup2017_1web.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="778" data-original-width="1000" height="310" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GhS-NEvzY4U/XGpzPrt9SjI/AAAAAAAAhc8/SAAK8Ge72E0daTeO83U6IeTM2PkIcnQpwCLcBGAs/s400/lordsgroup2017_1web.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lords of the Trident Current Line Up:&nbsp;Master Hercule “Herc” Schlagzeuger (Lead Drums), left, Baron Taurean Helleshaar (Lead Guitar), Fang VonWrathenstein (Lead Vocals), Asian Metal (Lead Guitar) and Pontifex Mortis (Lead Bass).<br />(Photo Credit – Mary Sweeney)</td></tr></tbody></table>American power metal warriors LORDS OF THE TRIDENT are not shy in hiding their enjoyment for other genres outside the realm of metal.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Being fans of synthwave, the band demonstrate their love for one of their favorite duo's THE MIDNIGHT by releasing a video cover for the single "Los Angeles" premiered via MetalSucks' column Synthwave Sunday.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">The band said,&nbsp;"Outside of metal, one of our favorite bands is The Midnight. After seeing the band live in Chicago, we thought it would be fun to do a metal cover of one of our favorite songs 'Los Angeles.' This video is dedicated to the band, and to all the metalheads wearing battle jackets that we saw in the audience."</blockquote><b><u>Check out the video at the following link:</u></b></div><div><a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.metalsucks.net%2F2019%2F02%2F17%2Fsynthwave-sunday-power-metallers-lords-of-the-trident-cover-the-midnights-los-angeles%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">metalsucks.net/2019/02/17/synthwave-sunday-power-metallers-lords-of-the-trident-cover-the-midnights-los-angeles/</a> <br /><br />LORDS OF THE TRIDENT unleashed their 7th studio album "Shadows From The Past" during August 2018 along with releasing this past January their first 100% Patreon-funded acoustic album entitled "Pull The Plug" that features all-acoustic re-recorded LORDS OF THE TRIDENT fan-favorite songs from past albums along with a few loved covers by the band. <br /><br />To hear the full stream of "Pull The Plug", please visit the band's Bandcamp <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Flordsofthetrident.bandcamp.com%2Falbum%2Fpull-the-plug" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.<br /><br />Digital stream and download of "Shadows From The Past" is available on the band's&nbsp;<a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fmothershabooboo.com%2Flottu%2Fmerch%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> plus <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Falbum%2F0twNl4gQQY0K0dtQNBiyzV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fitunes.apple.com%2Fus%2Fartist%2Flords-of-the-trident%2Fid304910873" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes </a>and <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fsearch%2Fref%3Dsr_nr_seeall_1%3Frh%3Dk%253Alords%2Bof%2Bthe%2Btrident%252Ci%253Adigital-music%26amp%3Bkeywords%3Dlords%2Bof%2Bthe%2Btrident%26amp%3Bie%3DUTF8%26amp%3Bqid%3D1295446709" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.<br /><br />To order their limited edition Blood Red Vinyl, which is a dual vinyl, 45RPM that comes with a Gatefold Booklet with artwork/lyric insert along with a 320kbps MP3 download card is available exclusively <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fmothershabooboo.com%2Flottu%2Fproduct%2Fvinyl-shadows-from-the-past%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.<br /><br /><b><u>Show Dates:</u></b><br />Aug 10 - Madison, WI - Mad With Power Fest - <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.madwithpowerfest.com%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">info</a><br />Sept 22 - Madison, WI - The Annex at Red Zone - <a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F297504887548744%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">info</a> w/ Battle Beast<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u>For more info:</u></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lordsofthetrident.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">lordsofthetrident.com</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FLordsOfTheTrident" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">facebook.com/LordsOfTheTrident</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2FLordsOfTrident" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">@LordsOfTrident</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Flordsofthetrident" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://clicks.fanbridge.com/l.php?cid=1502285&amp;sid=287620826&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Flordsofthetrident" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">instagram.com/lordsofthetrident</span></a></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/3B3GUKp394A" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/power-metallers-lords-of-trident.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-21661361021190421882019-02-18T00:48:00.005-08:002019-02-18T00:48:44.931-08:00Horror western SPIRIT RECKONING announced <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MTB7gr8UuKI/XGpwWThp10I/AAAAAAAAhc0/FU4emJDUmCUa3wn4Bx6cI7WjDmAbj5YbQCLcBGAs/s1600/image1%2B2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1036" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MTB7gr8UuKI/XGpwWThp10I/AAAAAAAAhc0/FU4emJDUmCUa3wn4Bx6cI7WjDmAbj5YbQCLcBGAs/s400/image1%2B2.jpeg" width="258" /></a></div><br />Heart and Fire Productions announced their follow-up to the successful horror anthology "Terror Tales" (which was released last month in North America).<br /><br />"SPIRIT RECKONING," is a horror western about an avenging skull cowboy, written and directed by Jimmy Lee Combs.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">Combs said the film is, “John Woo meets Sergio Leone meets the horror genre.”</blockquote>"SPIRIT RECKONING" takes place in the Wild West circa 1875.<br /><br />The story follows Sam Conley, a farmer with a wicked gambling addiction trying to make ends meet for his family.<br /><br />One day while Sam is out selling produce, his wife is brutally beaten and raped by three petty outlaws headed by Savage Bill.<br /><br />Sam returns home to this horrific sight and is strung up and killed alongside his wife and child.<br /><br />To return the favor on a good deed Sam did for the Indian people, a Shaman brings Sam’s spirit back from the dead as an avenging skull cowboy.<br /><br />However, this comes with its set of side effects as Sam’s emotions intensify making him feel rage more extreme and sadness more deep than the normal person, which brings humility to Sam much like Frankenstein’s Monster.<br /><br />It is with these emotional flaws and his training as a gun fighting cowboy that will see Sam through on his journey.<br /><br />And with the help of his best friend Lawson Lovette who is a psychotic gunfighter and Verna Cole, the strong-willed owner of a Saloon, Sam goes on a high octane, bullet-trenched, blood-soaked revenge spree, killing Savage Bill.<br /><br />All is not well, though, as Savage Bill is brought back to life by the same Shaman, only much more fierce and animalistic.<br /><br />All hell is about to break loose as Sam and his friends are up against the fight of their life. Who will prevail?<br /><br />The film’s new poster art was designed by Ian Miller.<br /><br />"SPIRIT RECKONING" is due to go into production later this year. <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/DKrvNM7VZ_E" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/horror-western-spirit-reckoning.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-33277339286043309922019-02-15T01:58:00.000-08:002019-02-15T01:58:07.092-08:00Watch the trailer for 1ST SUMMONING, in theaters February 22<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mjA2oe2hVMA" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br />Upcoming horror movie, 1ST SUMMONING, directed by Raymond Wood, will be in select theaters and on demand February 22.<br /><br />As four student filmmakers unearth a bizarre history of occult practice tied to an abandoned warehouse, it becomes clear the horror they set out to document may have been lurking among them all along.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a2qxuOYWriM/XGaMv7xzptI/AAAAAAAAhco/t41cX8eEfBU-ezpzvqbrspfergSJPkongCLcBGAs/s1600/SrqwKvem.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a2qxuOYWriM/XGaMv7xzptI/AAAAAAAAhco/t41cX8eEfBU-ezpzvqbrspfergSJPkongCLcBGAs/s400/SrqwKvem.jpeg" width="263" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">1ST SUMMONING</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">In Theaters, On VOD, Digital HD On February 22</span></b></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/CMW8jqvlVHE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/watch-trailer-for-1st-summoning-in.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-3629153474869045192019-02-15T01:47:00.004-08:002019-02-15T01:47:43.892-08:00YOSHIKI makes stunning guest appearance at Radio City Music Hall on Sarah Brightman's HYMN World Tour<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mlURSNEiAFg" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Internationally Renowned Composer To Join Sarah Brightman On: March 9 In San Francisco, CA--Masonic and March 10 In Hollywood, CA--Dolby Theatre</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>New Song Collaboration ‘"Miracle" (Sarah's Version) Ft YOSHIKI’&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Available Now (<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qQPoKY6XhEmbEYkQ-ldEu-iiFVs_hOLR1BnyKDppBlhFTO1g0cqkGlPp5dEFzQNF3oEoNJHe8bUj9eXvXjkC2uMkOs3ZFcUM9TsahVgPhm3lcfx46BrcdydL2gcIHCuXq1MoqUJ0iY8vtokB66h1QQ==&amp;c=sIEc6qsVX8zd4YiqZmJjS60J9sRApiHZXL8BqSspACsXPKAUNvogUA==&amp;ch=aripuYxSeklsGn-f2EBjYO-Z83fFc6CjP--fdrMSwqQu0U054w8QOA==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>YOSHIKI performs live with Sarah Brightman at Radio City Music Hall in New York on February 6</i></b></div><br />YOSHIKI joined Sarah Brightman last week on February 6 at Radio City Music Hall for Brightman’s 2019 HYMN World Tour.<br /> <br />YOSHIKI and Brightman’s emotional delivery brought roaring applause from the New York audience.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Many fans traveled from as far as Europe and Asia to see the live performance of YOSHIKI’s composition “Miracle,” which Brightman has described as“the No. 1 masterpiece on the album.”&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Released worldwide last November, “Miracle” (Sarah’s Version)--performed by Brightman with YOSHIKI on piano--reached the Top 10 on iTunes Classical Charts in 15 countries.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">Brightman said, “It was such a pleasure to have YOSHIKI join me at Radio City Music Hall to perform ‘Miracle’ after such a warm welcome at his show in Tokyo. I look forward to having him appear at the Los Angeles and San Francisco shows as well.”</blockquote><blockquote class="tr_bq">YOSHIKI said, “I’ve played Madison Square Garden with my band X Japan and I’ve performed concerts at Carnegie Hall as a solo, classical artist. Playing my composition ‘Miracle’ at Radio City Music Hall with Sarah Brightman is one of my most exciting moments. I’m really thankful to Sarah, and I’m looking forward to doing more live performances with her.”</blockquote>YOSHIKI is a composer, classically-trained pianist, rock drummer and the leader of the world-famous Japanese rock group X Japan who have sold 30 million singles and albums combined.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>YOSHIKI film and television credits include composing music for Saw IV, Repo! The Genetic Opera, “The Golden Globe Awards” and the hit anime series“Attack on Titan.”&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>After receiving the Asian Icon Award from Classic Rock magazine U.K., YOSHIKI was chosen as the first Japanese man to appear on the cover of Vogue Japan.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>YOSHIKI recently signed a multi-film contract with H Collective to score two new action films (‘xXx 4’ with actor Vin Diesel and ‘Spyces’) and is currently finalizing X Japan’s first new studio album in over 22 years.<br /> <br />YOSHIKI will join Sarah Brightman again for special guest performances on her HYMNWorld Tour in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Yokohama, Japan, see all dates below.<div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><div align="justify"><div align="justify" style="caret-color: rgb(54, 73, 95); color: #36495f; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: black;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="caret-color: rgb(54, 73, 95); 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6LoqtV9LWnw/XGaGOGqhrlI/AAAAAAAAhcQ/v89TRQYmBH0m4cRh-2_7Cg5hrYWKK9HLgCLcBGAs/s1600/51922875_335790173697020_3401742036917813248_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="854" height="396" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6LoqtV9LWnw/XGaGOGqhrlI/AAAAAAAAhcQ/v89TRQYmBH0m4cRh-2_7Cg5hrYWKK9HLgCLcBGAs/s400/51922875_335790173697020_3401742036917813248_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Rising Hip Hop Artist, MillsWasChosen released his latest single "<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2376359-1&amp;h=671327693&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyurls.co%2Fmillswaschosen&amp;a=REACHIN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REACHIN</a>" on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Tidal on February 8.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>After much speculation and anticipation, the music artist's latest single provides the authenticity of his artistic rap and astronomical beats.&nbsp;</div><div><blockquote class="tr_bq">The Inland Empire, California native said, "My talent, and music showcase an accurate description of the way I grew up, telling my authentic life story helping to inspire and motivate others to keep going in the midst of the struggle."</blockquote>MillsWasChosen represents the new wave of emerging Hip Hop and R&amp;B artists hailing from Southern California.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Mills, born Jaylon Michael Mills, hails from San Bernardino, California, often referred to as The Inland Empire.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Although there are numerous rappers making noise in the industry, Mills is here to stay with his dope array of talent and eccentric lyrics. <br /><br />MillsWasChosen's fans say that he showcases a great deal of pain and emotion throughout his struggle, while still implementing light into the darkness.&nbsp;</div><blockquote class="tr_bq">Lance White said, "What Mills paints, is a movie of a resurrection through the struggle." Mills continues, "The best compliment a fan has ever given me was that they have never heard anyone as diverse as myself, lyrically, or combined with the flow and sound of the beats."&nbsp;</blockquote><div>Not only is Mills an energetic performer and remarkable songwriter, he has garnished the attention of some of the largest names in the music industry, such as Tory Lanez.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>His relentless work ethic and passion for his lyrics that captivate the attention of anyone within earshot has transformed him into a visionary entrepreneur.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>MillsWasChosen personifies the hustle and grind that is so prevalent in Independent rappers today.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>MillsWasChosen will release his album "STAY TUNED 3" February 15, so "be ready to say your prayer and go to war". <br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2376359-1&amp;h=3289560381&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmillswaschosen&amp;a=www.instagram.com%2Fmillswaschosen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-size: large;">instagram.com/millswaschosen</span></b></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2376359-1&amp;h=1164116000&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2Fmillswaschosen&amp;a=www.twitter.com%2Fmillswaschosen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-size: large;">@millswaschosen</span></b></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2376359-1&amp;h=2719142929&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2Fmills_music&amp;a=www.twitter.com%2Fmills_music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-size: large;">@mills_music</span></b></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2376359-1&amp;h=2321468462&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmillswaschosen&amp;a=www.facebook.com%2Fmillswaschosen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/millswaschosen</a> </span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Music links: <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2376359-1&amp;h=861745427&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyurls.co%2Fmillswaschosen&amp;a=myurls.co%2Fmillswaschosen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">myurls.co/millswaschosen</a></span></b></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/akybb-9CDpQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/rising-music-artist-millswaschosen.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-45881008216266955962019-02-15T01:12:00.003-08:002019-02-15T01:12:47.366-08:00Wisin & Yandel headline the Sony/ATV Iconic Songwriter Q&A at Billboard's Latin Music Week 2019<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ER-yYgdnt-4/XGaATX0xu2I/AAAAAAAAhcI/E30kSuWmFMUs945mOQde-hUUgdUKXPw3wCLcBGAs/s1600/1-113.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ER-yYgdnt-4/XGaATX0xu2I/AAAAAAAAhcI/E30kSuWmFMUs945mOQde-hUUgdUKXPw3wCLcBGAs/s400/1-113.jpeg" width="263" /></a></div><br />Billboard is proud to announce on February 14 that Grammy Award-winning duo Wisin &amp; Yandel, the most successful urban Latin duo in history, will headline the Sony/ATV Iconic Songwriter Q&amp;A Session at this year's Billboard Latin Music Week at The Venetian in Las Vegas April 22-25.<br /><br />Back together after a five-year hiatus, Wisin &amp; Yandel remain the only urban Latin music artists to sell out both Los Angeles' Staples Center and New York's Madison Square Garden, masterfully fusing musical genres and styles with the help of an accompanying 10-piece band, eight dancers, and state-of-the art audiovisuals.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Their first single together in nearly six years, "Reggaeton en lo Oscuro," became their eleventh number one single on Billboard's Latin Airplay chart as a duo and cumulatively their thirty-fifth number one song.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">"Wisin &amp; Yandel are some of the most iconic artists and songwriters in the Latin music world, with a mind boggling career that spans solo releases, innumerable accolades, and most recently their first single as a duo in 6 years," Jorge Mejia, President, Latin America &amp; US Latin, Sony/ATV Music Publishing, said. "We couldn't be happier to count them as part of our Sony/ATV family and, now, as our featured artists in the Sony/ATV Iconic Songwriter panel at the Billboard Latin Music Conference."</blockquote><blockquote class="tr_bq">"Wisin and Yandel just topped the Billboard touring recap and broke records with their recent string of sold-out shows in Puerto Rico. Now, they will speak together on how they've crafted their legendary and current hits, which have shaped –and continue to shape-- the history of reggaetón," Leila Cobo, Billboard's Vice President and Latin Industry Lead, said.</blockquote>Now in its 29th year, Latin Music Week features Q&amp;A sessions and panels, including its signature "Star Q&amp;As" as well as panels focusing on streaming, videos, both mainstream and Latin collaborations and more.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Latin Music Week 2019 will include the return of the standout Women's Panel, which became a catalyst for change in the Latin industry in 2018, as well as a panel entitled "Machismo and Feminism," which will look at contemporary regional Mexican music.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Wisin &amp; Yandel join previously announced trap star Anuel AA as headliners of this year's conference.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Additional headliners and panels will be announced in the coming weeks. <br /><br />Registration to the conference will give attendees access to three days of panels, one-on-one sessions and showcases, plus tickets to the Billboard Latin Music Awards, which will air live on Telemundo on April 25.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>&nbsp;Special loyalty and early bird rates are available. <br /><br />To register for the conference and awards, visit <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2375512-1&amp;h=2285525559&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.billboardlatinmusicweek.com%2F&amp;a=BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com</a>.<br /><br /><b><u>ABOUT WISIN &amp; YANDEL:</u></b><br />Yandel and Wisin are beloved artists that have garnered non-stop hits in their solo careers, yet as Latin music dúo Wisin &amp; Yandel they have enjoyed unparalleled success, becoming the top selling Latin urban artists in the world, with their music and concerts. <br /><br />During their 14-year career as a duo, Wisin &amp; Yandel received numerous multi-platinum certifications in the United States and Latin America and dozens of prestigious awards including a Grammy and two Latin Grammys; as well as a cumulative 35 Billboard Latin Airplay #1s. On tour, Wisin &amp; Yandel have proven to be a force to be reckoned with, becoming the only artists in the Urban Latin Music genre to sell out both the Staples Center and Madison Square Garden in the US. Wisin &amp; Yandel's shows are nothing short of exhilarating. The duo travels with their 10-piece band, 8 dancers, and a state-of-the art audiovisual show; but the true stars, absolutely are Wisin &amp; Yandel and their unique brand of Latin urban music, a fusion of genres and styles delivered with a power and passion that no one in their musical genre can match. <br /><br />Most recently, Latin music's iconic duo, Wisin &amp; Yandel reached #1 on the "Latin Airplay" charts in the United States and Puerto Rico with "<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2375512-1&amp;h=2062366969&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Femea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.youtube.com%252Fwatch%253Fv%253De_cfyudmdiQ%26data%3D02%257C01%257Cjosue.case.sme%2540sonymusic.com%257C996c321241d24c48d9ee08d68084fbce%257Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%257C0%257C0%257C636837705974415164%26sdata%3DBC%252BaZOx0x%252B4QkPE5uhl3JAHTUKUw3NhV6GKkE0LhMhs%253D%26reserved%3D0&amp;a=Reggaeton+en+lo+Oscuro" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reggaeton en lo Oscuro</a>". The song is their first official single as a duo in six years.<br /><br /><b><u>ABOUT SONY/ATV MUSIC PUBLISHING:</u></b><br />Sony/ATV Music Publishing, established in 1995, is the world's leading music publisher. Sony/ATV Music Publishing owns or administers more than 3 million copyrights, including those of EMI Music Publishing and iconic music catalogs such as Leiber &amp; Stoller, Mijac Music, Motown and Famous Music. Sony/ATV also controls many of the best known songs ever written such as "New York, New York", "Hallelujah", "All You Need Is Love", "You've Got a Friend", "Moon River", "Jailhouse Rock", "The Mission Impossible Theme", "Over the Rainbow", "Stand By Me", "Singin' in the Rain" and "Despacito". In addition, Sony/ATV represents the copyrights of such legendary artists as The Beatles, Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Queen, The Rolling Stones, Roberto Carlos, Ricardo Arjona, Richie Sambora, Roberto Livi, Sting, The Supremes, Wyclef Jean, and Stevie Wonder, among others. Its ever-growing list of chart-topping artists, writers and producers includes Nicky Jam, Marc Anthony, Cardi B, The Chainsmokers, Drake, Luis Fonsi, Calvin Harris, Daddy Yankee, Alicia Keys, Wisin &amp; Yandel, Khalid, Lady Gaga, Maluma, P!nk, Travis Scott, Shakira, Ed Sheeran, Sia, Sam Smith, Stargate, Taylor Swift, Kanye West and Pharrell Williams, among many others.<br /><br /><b><u>ABOUT BILLBOARD MEDIA GROUP:</u></b><br />Billboard is the world's largest voice in music, built on the most complete and well-respected database of charts across all music genres. The Billboard charts define success in music. From the iconic Billboard magazine to Billboard.com, the ultimate consumer-facing destination for millions of passionate music fans, to the industry's most elite conference series and influencer events including the Power 100 and Women in Music – the Billboard brand has unmatched authority among fans, artists and the industry alike. Billboard has a social media footprint of 25.5M+ million social followers across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, and creates more than 160M+ cross-platform video views per month. Billboard magazine has published major news-generating covers recently including Travis Scott, Janet Jackson, Lil Wayne, Demi Lovato, Cardi B, Christina Aguilera, Shakira, BTS, and more. In December 2018, the Billboard Women in Music ceremony, which honored Ariana Grande as Woman of the Year, was live-streamed globally on Twitter.<br /><br />In 2016, The Hollywood Reporter-Billboard Media Group acquired Spin Media's storied music assets Spin, Vibe, and Stereogum, establishing the world's largest music brand by digital traffic, social reach, and audience share. The combined entity of music and entertainment properties now reaches 41 Million + unique visitors and more than 20% of U.S. millennials.</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/27FoSPxUcSQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/wisin-yandel-headline-sonyatv-iconic.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-17079973000826705672019-02-15T00:48:00.000-08:002019-02-15T00:48:37.398-08:00Winner of 2019 Westminster Dog Show makes Broadway debut in PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tJR9T2vnw_Q/XGZ7Sxjmk2I/AAAAAAAAhcA/EphkIzXAIQU-3ARduyWrvACgdb3SglOsQCLcBGAs/s1600/PRETTY_WOMAN_THE_MUSICAL_photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="932" data-original-width="1313" height="283" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tJR9T2vnw_Q/XGZ7Sxjmk2I/AAAAAAAAhcA/EphkIzXAIQU-3ARduyWrvACgdb3SglOsQCLcBGAs/s400/PRETTY_WOMAN_THE_MUSICAL_photo.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />The winner of Best in Show at the 2019 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, King, the Wire Fox Terrier, surprised dog lovers in the audience of the most romantic musical on Broadway the night before Valentine's Day, when he made his Broadway debut at the evening performance of "PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL" on February 13.<br /><br />King was featured in a scene with Vivian Ward (Anna Eilinsfeld) and Edward Lewis (Andy Karl), as they entered the Beverly Wilshire Hotel for the first time.<br /><br />At the end of the show, King took his bow to a standing ovation, accompanied by his handler Gabriel Rangel, holding the coveted Best In Show Ribbon.<br /><br />"PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL" has opened on Broadway and is playing to sold-out-audiences.<br /><br />With original music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, a book by Garry Marshall and the film's screenwriter J.F. Lawton, and direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell, "PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL" plays at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street).<br /><br />Atlantic Records has released "PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL (ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING)," the official companion to the new musical based on Garry Marshall's beloved romantic comedy, on all DSP's.<br /><br />Tickets for "PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL" are now on sale for performances through September 1.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/Y6s-KCvmYyw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/winner-of-2019-westminster-dog-show.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-11239608530034095692019-02-15T00:29:00.000-08:002019-02-15T00:29:23.333-08:00Amy Seimetz to star in PET SEMATARY, WILD NIGHTS WITH EMILY<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ID7ooqGq4BI/XGZ2mgkcPkI/AAAAAAAAhbw/ByA5OoYWWNk51dYkI4tKSNvLUYxOQ7_hQCLcBGAs/s1600/MV5BOTEzNzU5MDEwOV5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwNzMzNjA1NjM%2540._V1_SY1000_CR0%252C0%252C1499%252C1000_AL_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1499" height="263" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ID7ooqGq4BI/XGZ2mgkcPkI/AAAAAAAAhbw/ByA5OoYWWNk51dYkI4tKSNvLUYxOQ7_hQCLcBGAs/s400/MV5BOTEzNzU5MDEwOV5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwNzMzNjA1NjM%2540._V1_SY1000_CR0%252C0%252C1499%252C1000_AL_.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amy Seimetz as Rachel Creed in PET SEMATARY</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">PARAMOUNT WILL RELEASE "PET SEMATARY" IN THE U.S. ON APRIL 5</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>THE FILM WILL WORLD PREMIERE AT SXSW CLOSING NIGHT, MARCH 18</b></div><br />Based on the seminal horror novel by Stephen King, Pet Sematary follows Dr. Louis Creed (Jason Clarke), who, after relocating with his wife Rachel (Amy Seimetz) and their two young children from Boston to rural Maine, discovers a mysterious burial ground hidden deep in the woods near the family’s new home.<br /><br />When tragedy strikes, Louis turns to his unusual neighbor, Jud Crandall (John Lithgow), setting off a perilous chain reaction that unleashes an unfathomable evil with horrific consequences.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">GREENWICH ENTERTAINMENT WILL RELEASE "WILD NIGHTS WITH EMILY" ON APRIL 12</span></b></div><br />The poet Emily Dickinson’s persona, popularized since her death, has been that of a reclusive spinster – a delicate wallflower, too sensitive for this world.<br /><br />In this humorous drama, Molly Shannon captures the vivacious, irreverent side of Emily Dickinson that was covered up for years — most notably Emily’s lifelong romantic relationship with another woman (Susan Ziegler).<br /><br />After Emily’s death, a rivalry emerges when her brother's mistress (Amy Seimetz) along with editor T.W. Higginson (Brett Gelman) published a book of Emily's poems.<br /><br />Unique and surreal, "WILD NIGHTS WITH EMILY" sheds new light on the life one of our most celebrated poets.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-orcoPTB1wRA/XGZ35G6Jy8I/AAAAAAAAhb4/1t_RdzGyjPEMRpAa2rg6SM81RGpqmTGsQCLcBGAs/s1600/6wtT_GUaO5daTGBtxd0-u2Bh2de89lUOVYPvegrqo012F9iaK36-pZsR4gnwcNOtdNGSFjpaZX4OgsmpppywO7jmQaDPXiCeCKxIwZ5kcptSRdk3X2byMxs88JgStiobmkBeY1jT.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="468" data-original-width="405" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-orcoPTB1wRA/XGZ35G6Jy8I/AAAAAAAAhb4/1t_RdzGyjPEMRpAa2rg6SM81RGpqmTGsQCLcBGAs/s400/6wtT_GUaO5daTGBtxd0-u2Bh2de89lUOVYPvegrqo012F9iaK36-pZsR4gnwcNOtdNGSFjpaZX4OgsmpppywO7jmQaDPXiCeCKxIwZ5kcptSRdk3X2byMxs88JgStiobmkBeY1jT.png" width="345" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amy Seimetz for GQ (Photo by Emilia Pare)</td></tr></tbody></table><b><u>About Amy Seimetz</u></b><br />Multihyphenate actor / director / writer Amy Seimetz is best known for being the co-creator / co-writer / co-director of the Golden Globe nominated Starz series, "The Girlfriend Experience," based on the 2009 film of the same name by Steven Soderbergh (who also executive produced the series). Soderbergh hand-picked Amy to serve as writer and director of the series (along with filmmaker Lodge Kerrigan) after watching her feature directorial debut SUN DON'T SHINE, which won a SXSW special jury prize in 2012 and was nominated for two Gotham Awards.<br /><br />Most recently, Amy collaborated with FX on the second season of “Atlanta,” directing two episodes — “Helen” and “Champagne Papi.” She then signed an overall production deal with the network, for which she will oversee development of new television projects exclusively for FX Productions.<br /><br />Along with her role in "PET SEMATARY," Amy’s additional on-screen credits include Ridley Scott's "ALIEN: COVENANT," Shane Carruth's "UPSTREAM COLOR" (for which she was nominated for a Gotham Award for Best Actress), Netflix’s “Stranger Things”, Season 3 of AMC's "The Killing" and Adam Wingard's "YOU'RE NEXT."<br /><br />Amy will also be seen this Spring opposite Molly Shannon in the upcoming film "WILD NIGHTS WITH EMILY," a dramatic comedy about Emily Dickinson.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/p6dyEqh-YlA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/amy-seimetz-to-star-in-pet-sematary.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-4850755839189490372019-02-14T23:51:00.000-08:002019-02-14T23:51:54.957-08:00Fearless Records Signs Parting Gift<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OyqonEcVXZ8/XGZt3RDEopI/AAAAAAAAhbo/EREp9LGUt1EA1zBu8zan7S9H2Wvhslw2gCLcBGAs/s1600/945d0137-60dc-4f3a-9709-5ca4b919a03c.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="731" data-original-width="1200" height="242" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OyqonEcVXZ8/XGZt3RDEopI/AAAAAAAAhbo/EREp9LGUt1EA1zBu8zan7S9H2Wvhslw2gCLcBGAs/s400/945d0137-60dc-4f3a-9709-5ca4b919a03c.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">NEW EP ENSOM OUT MARCH 22</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>WATCH VIDEO FOR "PALE"</b></div><br />Fearless Records has signed Parting Gift. The UK band will release its label debut in the form of the Ensom EP on March 22.<br /><br />Alongside the announcement of the new release and the Manchester band's signing to U.S. rock powerhouse Fearless Records, the band has also released the single "Pale."<br /><br />Watch the video and listen to the track <a href="https://atomsplitterpr.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=db1855ab84d45f76eff7f68dd&amp;id=637f8d43fd&amp;e=80817f9b9b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.<br /><br />Parting Gift vocalist Zac Vernon muses, "'Pale' is the emptiness one cannot escape. It returns when the mind is idle. It seeks no endgame. It lives and breathes pain and it is the opposite of love. In 'Pale,' the sacred grounds appear for the first time."<div> <br />From its blast beating wall of sound intro to its ethereal yet impassioned vocal delivery, "Pale" is an enthralling and innovative composition that's already captivating crowds at Parting Gift's live shows. Its accompanying music video paints a bleak picture and it's one which embodies the overall feeling of the EP.<br /><br />Vernon further says, "The basis of the entire EP is the feeling of a cold, dark entity making one unable to feel anything. The darkest of dreams and visions, delusions. It is walking the thin line between what is real and what is in your mind. It is the obsession by what is seemingly out of one's control. A sort of coping strategy for the pain it causes."<br /> <br />Parting Gift have already racked up plenty of miles on the road during their short time as a band so far — and this year won't be an exception, with lengthy tours supporting the likes of Dream State and Blood Youth already lined up, as well as an appearance at Download Festival. <br /> <br /><b><u>ENSOM TRACK LISTING:</u></b><br /><ol><li>"Pale</li><li>"03:07 (Moonlight)"&nbsp;</li><li>"Without Sin"&nbsp;</li><li>"Cold"</li></ol><div><b><u>"Ensom"PARTING GIFT ARE:</u></b><br />Zac Vernon — Vocals<br />Peter Vybiral — Guitars<br />Jack Dutton — Guitars <br />George Barnes — Drums<br /><br /><b><u>ABOUT PARTING GIFT:</u></b><br />Art is not just a one-dimensional construct. It is a multi-faceted, richly woven and engrossing prospect from whichever angle you view it. This is a philosophy that defines and inspires Manchester's Parting Gift. Shrouded in mystery, Zac Vernon [vocals], Peter Vybiral [guitar], Jack Dutton [guitar], and George Barnes [drums] have been leaving things open to interpretation with their minimalist visual style and deeply enriching sound since their emergence in early 2017. Building up a rapturous and devoted fan base through a handful of beautifully constructed singles, including the rousing double A-side Vein &amp; Rensing (2018), the band has since penned a deal with Fearless Records and toured with the likes of Neck Deep, Blood Youth, Holding Absence, and many others. Even at such an early stage in their journey, the band is serving as a vessel for the most human parts of existence as they look to venture deeper into what it truly means to be in this dark and confusing world. <br /></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/np0O8HxKQRo" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/fearless-records-signs-parting-gift.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3003803242766282662.post-28866434292815260002019-02-14T23:24:00.001-08:002019-02-14T23:24:25.885-08:00Inas X premieres video for LICK ON ME<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uOI58mRZGFg" width="560"></iframe><br /></div><br />Brooklyn-born singer Inas Maale dropped her surname, replacing it with an ‘X,’ asserting her independence and empowerment as an artist.<br /><br />Following the success of her Billboard chart-reaching single “Love Is” and participation in Fetty Wap’s "Welcome to the Zoo" tour, Inas X has transformed her music to embrace her heritage and independence.<br /><br />Inas X’s cross-over into the world of rap begins with her latest single “Lick on Me,” released on January 18.<br /><br />The Brooklyn native has taken full possession of her Arabian heritage, flaunting it in her lyrics, “Yeah, I’m Arab, I pop off, came ready to fight.”<br /><br />The song, paired with the music video is an empowering anthem to women of all cultures- reiterating Inas X’s carefree mantra.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">“My motto has become ‘Be Who You Are &amp; Fuck What Others Think,’” Inas said. “My mission is to continue to spread as much encouragement to women as I can, not only through my music but in everything I do.”</blockquote>The music video features the zealous artist dazzled out, going off while next to a chained and masked man, hinting at her authority throughout the bossy, empowering track.<br /><br />Inas boldly unique style is featured in this unapologetic anthem and in the music video, which you can dance along to now.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NnNdfzx2m5M/XGZpE-hliVI/AAAAAAAAhbg/ZchP9-9kUu4tEmbuB9hao1tagNqiodB8QCLcBGAs/s1600/JPEG%2Bimage%2B2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="559" data-original-width="380" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NnNdfzx2m5M/XGZpE-hliVI/AAAAAAAAhbg/ZchP9-9kUu4tEmbuB9hao1tagNqiodB8QCLcBGAs/s400/JPEG%2Bimage%2B2.jpeg" width="270" /></a></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ThisfunktionalBlog/~4/hQxwhYuq-Xs" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Jesus Figueroahttps://plus.google.com/111424934648379786611noreply@blogger.com0http://www.thisfunktional.com/2019/02/inas-x-premieres-video-for-lick-on-me.html